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Project Archaeologist

Project Archaeologist

RSK GroupSouth West, UK
7 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

ADAS , part of the  RSK Group  are looking to appoint a  Project Archaeologist  based out their Bristol  office and with regular travel to various sites when required. This role is a  full time, permanent  appointment.

ADAS is a growing business within the RSK Group, which is one of Europe's leading multidisciplinary environmental consultancies and our Archaeology and Historic Building business comprises a highly skilled team focused on providing historic environment advice and consultancy throughout the planning process from pre-land acquisition to the discharge of planning conditions.

Requirements :

  • Previous professional experience working in commercial archaeological fieldwork.
  • Proven high ability in archaeological recording techniques and accurate record keeping.
  • Experience in preparation of Health and Safety site documentation, WSIs and grey literature mitigation reports.
  • Proven ability of archaeological supervision of plant.
  • Ability to carry out manual work in an outdoor environment in all weathers.
  • Full clean UK driving licence
  • Degree level education or higher in a relevant subject.

Desirable :

  • Working knowledge of DGPS surveying techniques
  • PCIfA accreditation or higher grade with the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists.
  • Safety accreditation (e.g. CAT and Genny Training; SSSTS; off-road driving).

    • Responsibilities :

  • Carrying out archaeological watching briefs and monitoring of ground investigation works, trial trenching evaluations and strip, map and sample excavations to a high standard.
  • Assisting with geoarchaeological fieldwork under the supervision of our geoarchaeologist.
  • Producing Written Schemes of Investigations (WSIs), archaeological fieldwork reports and project archives for small-scale projects in accordance with relevant legislation, planning policy and CIfA Standards and guidance.
  • To ensure that  health, safety and wellbeing methodologies, documentation  and policies are prepared, understood and followed by the on-site archaeological team on site to  ensure a safe working environment.
  • Working with the in-house archaeological consultants and other staff on site  to producing Risk Assessments and site audits.
  • Ensuring that work is completed to the required legislative standard, delivered on time, meets project profit targets, and is delivered to the Client’s satisfaction and of a high archaeological standard.

    • Salary and Benefits :

  • Salary dependent on relevant experience and in line with CIfA salary recommendations.
  • Pension contribution.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • Flexible benefits.

    • RSK is an equal opportunities employer.

    More detailed job description attached.

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    RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.